In this heartfelt conversation, Alyssa Decker and Shaté Hayes dive into the emotional and practical realities of workplace transitions and career changes. Together, they unpack the stories we tell ourselves about our professional identities—and how those stories can either keep us stuck or set us free.

They explore the quiet (and sometimes not-so-quiet) fears that stop people from leaving unfulfilling jobs, even when every part of them is craving something more. Through honest reflection, they invite listeners to consider what it’s really costing them to stay in environments that don’t align with who they are becoming.

Shaté offers powerful wisdom on finding fulfillment in both work and life. She shares how self-assessment, curiosity, and small, consistent actions can lead to discovering your true path. The conversation also touches on navigating toxic work dynamics and the essential skill of advocating for yourself—especially when your peace and purpose are on the line.

For anyone standing at a professional crossroads or quietly wondering, “Is this all there is?”—this episode is a compassionate, no-fluff reminder that growth is possible, and you’re allowed to want more.

Connect with Shaté:

https://shatehayes.com/

https://www.careersteward.co/blog

https://www.linkedin.com/company/thepurposepost

In this episode, Alyssa sits down with Kate Kripke, licensed clinical social worker and expert in maternal mental health, for a powerful and grounded conversation about something so many moms quietly worry about:

Together, they unpack the invisible ways anxiety shows up in motherhood—from perfectionism and overthinking to emotional reactivity and control—and how those patterns can unintentionally shape our children’s sense of safety and self.

Kate shares both clinical wisdom and lived experience, offering gentle, empowering insight on how to mother with anxiety—without handing it down. They explore:

• Why emotional regulation in us is more impactful than any parenting script
• What our children actually need to feel safe
• How to navigate guilt when we see patterns we wish we’d avoided
• The difference between anxiety as a feeling vs. anxiety as a legacy

This is a must-listen for any mom who’s doing the hard work of looking inward—not to shame herself, but to heal forward.

About Kate:

Kate Kripke, LCSW, PMH-C, helps high-achieving women break free from emotional overwhelm, guilt, and burnout in motherhood. As a maternal mental health expert and transformative coach, she guides mothers in shifting old patterns, regulating their emotions, and reconnecting with their intuition—so they can feel calm, confident, and in control while balancing both career and motherhood. Kate believes that thriving as a mother doesn’t mean sacrificing personal success, and she equips women with the tools to build deep, lasting connections with their children while continuing to pursue their passions.

Connect with Kate:

Wanting to feel calm, connected, and confident in motherhood? Watch my free 30-minute masterclass: https://www.calmconnectionsystem.com/register-ig

In this episode, Alyssa dives into the messy middle of apologies—why we overdo them, when they’re not really helping, and how old conditioning can make us think saying "sorry" is the same as being kind. (Spoiler: it’s not.)

She unpacks how manipulative or performative apologies can actually erode real accountability and leave us tangled in guilt loops we don’t belong in. Instead, she offers honest, empowering ways to communicate with clarity and self-trust—without constantly shrinking yourself to keep the peace.

You’ll walk away with practical tools to stop the reflexive “sorrys” and start speaking in a way that honors both your truth and your boundaries.

Connect with Alyssa and join the next challenge at coachingwithalyssa.com